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Toro 38819 Operator's Manual
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Model No. 38814—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 38819—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners. It is designed primarily for removing
snow from paved surfaces, such as driveways and
sidewalks, and other surfaces for traffic on residential
or commercial properties. It is not designed for
removing materials other than snow.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com
for product safety and operation training materials,
accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to
register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information.
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2018—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
726 OE and 826 OXE Snowthrower
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Register at www.Toro.com.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol
(Figure
2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
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Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3425-552 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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Summary of Contents for Toro 38819

  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ....16 a dealer convenient to you, access our website Operating Tips ..........17 at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer After Operation ............ 17 Care Department at the number(s) listed in your After Operation Safety ........17 Emission Control Warranty Statement.
  • Page 3: Figure

    Safety This snowthrower is capable of injuring hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. This machine complies with EN ISO 8437 specifications. General Safety • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before you start the engine.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. 120-9805 decal120-9805 120-9805 1. Insert the key. 2. Prime the engine 3 times. 3.
  • Page 5 decal137-6198 137-6198 1. Cutting/dismemberment 2. Warning—shut off the hazard of the fingers or engine before using the hand, impeller—do not tool to clear the chute. place your hand in the chute. decal121-1240 121-1240 Order Part No. 120-7194 1. Traction drive—squeeze the lever to engage; release the 4.
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Installing the Upper Handle No Parts Required Procedure g252379 Installing the Chute No Parts Required Procedure g252568...
  • Page 7: Installing The Traction-Control Linkage

    Installing the Traction-Control Linkage No Parts Required Procedure g252391 Installing the Chute-Control Rod No Parts Required Procedure g252615...
  • Page 8: Installing The Snow-Cleanout Tool

    Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool No Parts Required Procedure g252394 Checking the Engine-Oil Level No Parts Required Procedure Note: Your machine comes with oil in the engine crankcase. Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 19).
  • Page 9: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure g252396 Checking the Skids and Checking the Operation of Scraper the Traction Drive No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and CAUTION Scraper (page 19).
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview g001011 Figure 10 The machine should move rearward. If the machine does not move or moves forward, complete the following: Release the traction lever and shut off the engine. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed-selector lever. Turn the trunnion downward (clockwise) on the speed-control rod.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Replace the fuel cap securely and wipe up spills. your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro • Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all open flame or sparks. approved attachments and accessories. •...
  • Page 12: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank • Use your full attention while operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity that • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane damage may occur.
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Electric-Start Model Note: To use the electric starter (electric-start models only), connect a power cord to the plug-in first and then to a power outlet. Use only a UL-listed, 16-gauge extension cord recommended for outdoor use that is not longer than 50 ft (15 m).
  • Page 14: Standard Model

    Standard Model g254928 Figure 16 Shutting Off the Engine g252411 Figure 17 Operating the Traction To engage the traction drive, squeeze the left (traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 18). Drive CAUTION If the traction drive is not properly adjusted, the machine may move in the direction opposite of what you intended, causing injury and/or property damage.
  • Page 15: Operating The Speed Selector

    Operating the Speed WARNING Selector If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when you release the The speed selector has 6 forward and 2 reverse auger/impeller lever, you could seriously gears. To change speeds, release the traction lever injure yourself or others. and shift the speed-selector lever to the desired Do not operate the machine.
  • Page 16: Operating The Quick Stick

    Operating the Quick Stick® Moving the Chute Deflector Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stick Stick forward to lower the chute deflector; move it to move the discharge chute and the chute deflector. rearward to raise the chute deflector (Figure 23).
  • Page 17: Operating Tips

    Operating Tips After Operation DANGER After Operation Safety When the machine is in operation, the impeller and auger rotate and can injure or amputate General Safety hands or feet. • Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, tank inside a building where ignition sources are troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, present, such as hot water heaters, space heaters,...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    • Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the machine is in safe working condition. • Do not change the governor settings on the engine. Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
  • Page 19: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. g252395 Checking and Adjusting the Important: The auger blades must be supported above the ground by the skids. Skids and Scraper Ensure that the scraper is 3 mm (1/8 inch) above Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and and parallel to a level surface.
  • Page 20: Checking And Adjusting The Traction Cable

    Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary. Yearly—Inspect the traction cable and adjust or replace it if necessary. If the machine does not drive in the forward or reverse speeds or it drives when you release the traction lever, adjust the traction cable.
  • Page 21: Checking The Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level

    Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle to adjust the Remove the pipe plug from the gearbox. spring length to 7 cm (2-3/4 inches) as shown Check the oil level in the gearbox. The oil should Figure be 9.5 mm (3/8 inch) below the filler opening. If the oil level is low, add GL-5 or GL-6, SAE 80-90 EP gear oil lubricant to the gearbox until the oil level is 9.5 mm (3/8 inch) below the filler...
  • Page 22: Lubricating The Hex Shaft

    Wait until the engine is cool to replace the and block it so that it cannot fall. spark plug. Remove the back cover (Figure 34). Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or NGK BPR6ES). Remove the boot (Figure 35).
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Discharge-Chute Latch

    Note: Ensure that the ignition wire snaps completely into place on the spark plug. Adjusting the Discharge-Chute Latch If the discharge chute does not lock into the desired position or does not unlock so that you can move it to another position, adjust the discharge-chute latch.
  • Page 24: Storage

    Storage Storing the Machine On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to fresh fuel as directed by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer. Important: Do not store fuel longer than that suggested by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer. Run the engine for 10 minutes to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The electric starter does not turn 1. The power cord is disconnected at the 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet (electric-start models only). outlet or the machine. and/or the machine. 2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or 2.
  • Page 26 5. Unclog the discharge chute. 6. The auger/impeller drive belt is loose 6. Install and/or adjust the auger/impeller or is off the pulley. drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 27 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.

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